Events in Edinburgh on 05 April 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
40 Dimensions
&Gallery is thrilled to announce 40 Dimensions, their second Open Call Exhibition with 40 outstanding artists representing over 13 different countries!
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99 Red Hot Kitties and a Cockatoo
Come and enjoy an afternoon filled with Burlesque, Drag, and Cabaret at at The Lab in CC Blooms!
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A Minecraft Movie at ODEON Edinburgh West
ODEON Edinburgh West is screening A Minecraft Movie during the Easter break and giving away a free Minecraft in-game jet pack add-on when you book a screening of the film between 4th and 6th April!
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Balancing in Freedom
Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 5th April for this world premiere performance of an enthralling new work, written and performed by Iddo Oberski!
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Beauty and the Beast
Step into a world of enchantment as Edinburgh Music Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast at Church Hill Theatre!
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh
Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!
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Breaking Big Oil’s Grip: With the Founder of the Fossil Fuel Treaty
We’re in the midst of a climate emergency. Come and hear from Canadian environmental campaigner Tzeporah Berman at Augustine United Church on 5th April and bring your questions!
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Camila Ospina Gaitán: Unconquered Natures - Tropicalism
Camilla Ospina Gaitán’s new commission, at Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, examines the logic of colonialism through the lens of orchid collection - an 18th and 19th-century practice.
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Childhood Reveries
Join the Cianalas Duo for a program inspired by childhood and nostalgia, in St Vincent's Chapel Edinburgh on 5th April, to raise money for The Brain Charity!
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Conifox Easter Festival
Get ready for an eggs-traordinary Easter as Edinburgh’s Conifox Adventure Park welcomes families to its much-loved Easter Festival, running on weekends from 5th to 20th April 2025!
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Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour
The Real Mary King’s Close is pulling back the curtain on one of Edinburgh’s most harrowing historical events with its chilling new immersive experience, Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour!
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Contexture
Following on from International Women's Day on 8 March, this exhibition showcases the textile work of 80 female artists responding to their experiences of being a woman!
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Crafternoons
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!
Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Dog Training in Edinburgh
Dogs Trust Dog School Edinburgh offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
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Dolly Parton and Shania Twain Tribute Brunch
Put on your best boots, tease that hair sky-high, and come ready to eat, drink, and two-step the day away at The Three Sisters on Saturday 5th April!
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Easter @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
Easter is the perfect time to gather your team of family and friends to take on 'The Anatomist' - Edinburgh’s award winning historical escape room!
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Easter at ‘The Deacon’s Cabinet’ Escape Room
This Easter, in addition to the usual mind-bending puzzles at The Deacon's Cabinet, there’s a little something extra to discover, a number of small chocolate eggs… will your team find them?
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Easter Camps At ESMS School
Calling all young adventurers! Get ready for the ultimate holiday escape at ESMS Mary Erskine’s this Easter!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!
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Edinburgh FluteFling 2025
The Edinburgh FluteFling 2025 is taking place over the weekend of 4th - 6th April at The Heart of Newhaven Community Centre!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Creatures of the Planet
Meet some of our incredible animals as they showcase their remarkable natural behaviours and instincts at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: DiscoveryLab
Play the role of scientist and let your curiosity run wild as you discover our living laboratory at the City Art Centre!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Rainforest Adventure
Discover the tropical rainforest with Dynamic Earth's family drop-in activities as part of Edinburgh Science Festival!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: The Art of Rocks
Get inspired by geology in this creative illustration workshop at Dynamic Earth!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: The Ornithopter
A celebration of spectacular failure based on the myth of Icarus, this new work-in-progress is an intimate walk-through performance experience.
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Tiny Archives of Earth and Time
This exhibition, presented by researchers from Heriot-Watt University, highlights the importance of these microorganisms as tiny authors and record keepers.
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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!
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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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Ghosts of the Banshee
Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub - built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.
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Giovanni - The Last Dance
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice returns to Edinburgh in 2025 with his tour The Last Dance!
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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Groove Back & Reggaeton Saturday Dance Classes
Ready to reignite your passion for dance? The Groove Back and Reggaeton Saturday classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!
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Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter
Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out this Easter holiday and experience the UK's Best Attraction!
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Ian Hamilton Finlay
The centenary of celebrated Scottish artist Ian Hamilton Finlay (1925-2006) will be marked by a new, free display of his work at the National Galleries of Scotland: Modern.
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Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine
Injecting Hope is a new, free exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland that presents the science behind the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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Japanese Boro Stitching Workshop
Join us at Dovecot Studios on 5th April for a slow stitching workshop inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition of repeatedly mending fabrics!
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Jerwood Survey III
Jerwood Survey, a major biennial touring exhibition that presents new commissions by 10 early-career artists from across the UK, is showing at Collective Edinburgh from 28th February!
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John Shuttleworth: Raise The Oof
Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and 'the 42nd best reason to love Britain' John Shuttleworth is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ!
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John Tothill: Thank God This Lasts Forever
The critically-acclaimed John Tothill brings his fantastic new show on his debut UK tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 5th April.
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Little Women
Anne-Marie Casey’s masterful new adaptation of the classic story offers a captivating rendition of Little Women that breathes new life into a cherished classic!
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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Livingston Comic Con
BGCP Comic Con has announced a return to Livingston in 2025, now hosted at Inveralmond Community High School on Saturday April 5th!
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Longarm Quilting Workshops
Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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Monster Cabaret
Join Madame Maeve for her creepy cabaret at the Banshee Labyrinth, as she host a collection of familiar monsters but not as you know them.
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Ocean Terminal Market
Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic monthly weekend market with a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!
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Organ recital with Caroline Cradock and John Kitchen
Join the Institut français d’Écosse on Saturday 5th April at Greyfriars Kirk for an Organ recital with Scottish organists Caroline Cradock and John Kitchen!
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Paper Flower Making: Icelandic Poppies
Come along to Dovecot Studios on 5th April and learn how to make beautiful Icelandic paper Poppies!
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Persian Cooking with Solmaz
Celebrate Persian New Year with Solmaz Eradat on Saturday 5th April, with another of her fabulous Persian cooking classes at the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School.
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Police Dog Hogan
Police Dog Hogan, one of the country's finest live folk-country acts, bring their UK tour to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 5th April.
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Portobello Local Market
Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!
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Reggaeton Workshop for Beginners
Have you always wanted to dive into Reggaeton? Then join Pirita Tuisku for a Reggaeton workshop on 5th April at George Heriots School!
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Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!
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Scottish Rock Garden Club: Spring Flower Show
Come and enjoy a superb display of spring bulbs, alpine and rock garden plants at the Scottish Rock Garden Club's Spring Flower Show on 5th April at Liberton Kirk!
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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition
Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim
Des Dillon's smash hit comedy, Singing I'm No A Billy He's A Tim, comes to the Howden Park Centre as part of it's 20th Anniversary tour!
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Small Worlds / Big Skies
Connected by a shared fascination with the natural world, Rachel George and Mary Farrell present unique interpretations of nature's beauty. Catch their exhibition at Coburg House in April.
READ MORESpeak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Spring Foraging with Wild Food UK in the Pentland Hills
Unlock the secrets of nature and embark on a journey of exploration with Wild Food UK's immersive foraging courses this Spring!
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Spring Wreaths!
Catch us in our IKEA Flower shop, downstairs in our Home Decoration Department, where we will be showing you ways you can dress your home from the outside in!
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Stand Up Horror
Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror... you decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
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Storytelling for a Better World: Workshop with David Heathfield
Explore and address challenging global issues through telling powerfully simple traditional wisdom tales from the world's oral cultures in this workshop with David Heathfield.
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That 70s Club: Over 30s
Over 30 and looking for some Hot Stuff then take a trip on the Soul Train and join us for the ultimate 70s party at La Belle Angele on 5th April!
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!
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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller
This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.
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The Early Saturday Show!
Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!
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The Gathering Quartet: Live Album Recording
Join a live album recording for The Gathering Quartet, a brand-new European traditional string group, at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 5th April!
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The Mini Guns
Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns duo at The Three Sisters, Edinburgh on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th April!
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The Music of Adele by Candlelight
Featuring hit after hit, The Music of Adele by Candlelight comes to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on 5th April.
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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives
Discover this groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with the Fleming Collection, which for the first time showcases the Scottish Colourists in the context of their European contemporaries.
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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™
Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's beloved story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, brought to life across the grounds of Edinburgh Zoo!
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TIC TAC TOE Exhibition
Catch this new exhibition created by Out of the Blueprint’s latest artist-in-residence Maddie Lennon, a self-taught designer and facilitator!
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Tote Bag Workshop with Oskar
Join us for a 1-day Tote bag workshop hosted by Artisan Stitch with guest tutor, Oskar from Oskar’s Bespoke Bag Maker on Saturday 5th April.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Ultimate Coldplay
Ultimate Coldplay, the UK's leading Coldplay tribute act, head to Edinburgh to headline the Liquid Room on Saturday 5th April!
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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending
London Concertante brings Vivaldi’s masterpiece to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music at St Giles Cathedral on 16th June.
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Whisky Tasting and Tales
Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.
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William Jack - This Old Cello Box - 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Preview Performance
William Jack, an Australian multi-style cellist and songwriter, presents a free Fringe preview cello performance at St Giles' Cathedral on 5th April!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Nick Cope - I’ve Lost My Bobble Hat
Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 5th April!
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Giffnock Litter Pickers
Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!
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Whitelee Walkers Health Walk
Join the Whitelee Rangers for a short health walk on the windfarm on Tuesday mornings - stretch your legs, have a natter and maybe even spot some local wildlife!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Jack Vettriano Exhibition 2025
Affordable Arts are thrilled to announce a Jack Vettriano exhibition running from March to October!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Tower
Set on a hill, this one-acre Edwardian landscaped garden has panoramic views over the River Tay.
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The Story of Guitar Heroes
If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show... don't miss 'The Story of Guitar Heroes' when it comes to the Adam Smith Theatre on 5th April!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Sci Fi Galactic Adventures
Step into a galaxy far, far away with Sci Fi Galactic Adventures, an immersive exhibition at Riverside Museum, that brings the magic of the world's favourite space saga to life!
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Exhibition: Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson 150
This exhibition, commemorating the 150th anniversary of his death, is organised by The Alexander Thomson Society in conjunction with Glasgow Libraries and the staff of the Mitchell Library.
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Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Strathaven Miniature Railway Season
Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2025 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!
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Alice In Wonderland
Come join the fun as Stagecraft Entertainment returns to Valley View this Easter with another exciting show... Alice in Wonderland!
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Tasting at Jackton Distillery : Let the fun Be-Gin
RAER are inviting you to an exclusive Gin Tasting Experience at Jackton Distillery on Saturday 5th April, where you'll discover the deliciousness of their three signature gins!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft
Explore the special one acre garden of The Croft, on a steep rocky site facing north overlooking the Clyde just opposite Dumbarton Rock, as part of Scotland's Gardens!
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Fèis Bheag - Saturday Morning Music Sessions
Looking for a fun way to introduce your child to music? Fèis Phàislig's Fèis Bheag sessions offer a fun experience of trad music and Gaelic, every Saturday morning!
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Kilmacolm Farmers Market
Kilmacolm Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday each month in the Village Square, featuring a great selection of local Scottish produce!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Unicorn
Learn all about the mythical Unicorn with a variety of family friendly activities taking place at Stirling Castle on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th April!
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Beginners Furniture Upcycling Workshop with Caroline Moriarty
Join Caroline Moriarty at Stirling Reuse Hub for this beginners Furniture Upcycling workshop on 5th April!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gargunnock House Garden
The garden at Gargunnock House has a walled garden, well-established house garden, woodland walks with species and hybrid rhododendrons, massed plantings of azaleas and wonderful specimen trees.
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FREE Blackwoods Gin In-Store Tasting
Geraldo's are delighted to bring you an exclusive tasting of the limited edition Blackwoods Gin: First Drop in store on Saturday 5th April.
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Peter Pan and the Quest for the Easter Treasure
Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, Captain Hook, and Mr. Smee for a family-friendly adventure filled with excitement, laughter, and a sprinkle of pixie dust at Kelburn Castle this Easter!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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